Nicholas Spezio, Managing Director at Exbo Group, recently joined The Thoughtful Entrepreneur podcast to share his expertise on how founders can build a scalable business, manage finances effectively, and position themselves for growth or a successful exit.

Nicholas highlights the importance of establishing strong financial controls early on, noting that many founders prioritize growth and product over financial infrastructure—often to their detriment. He stresses the value of proper bookkeeping, forecasting, and internal controls to support confident decision-making and investor readiness. In addition to financial health, Nicholas emphasizes customer retention and revenue diversification as key to long-term success and resilience. 

Give this episode a listen to hear why founders should think like investors and how proactively preparing for due diligence can maximize your company’s value.